We used 121 AI Tools for Teachers - Here are the Best

Summary

The video script reveals the top AI applications for classrooms as voted by 94 educators globally, highlighting the future of AI-driven education. ChatGPT dominates as the best Chatbot and content writing aid, securing the majority of votes. Other notable winners include Gamma for presentations, CourseAI for course creation, Duolingo Max for language learning, and various tools for image and video generation, editing, and animation. The survey, conducted from September to October 2023, covered 16 categories, emphasizing the growing integration of AI in educational tools to enhance teaching efficiency and classroom engagement.

Takeaways

• 🔮 The future of education is predicted to be AI-driven, highlighting the importance of AI applications in the classroom.
• 📊 A yearly survey was conducted from September 21st to October 21st, 2023, involving 94 educators worldwide to determine the best AI applications for the classroom.
• 🗳️ The survey included 121 AI app choices across 16 categories, focusing on functionalities from lesson planning to video editing.
• 🏆 ChatGPT was the top choice for the best Chatbot category, receiving 80% of the votes from teachers.
• 🎨 In the presentation crafting tools category, Gamma was the preferred choice with 27% of the votes, followed by Magicslides and Tome with 13% and 12% respectively.
• 📚 Magic School AI and EduGPT were leaders in improving teachers' efficiency, with 29% and 13% of the votes respectively.
• 🏫 CourseAI was the winner for platforms automating course creation with 42% of the votes, suggesting a potential shift in instructional design.
• 🌐 Duolingo Max was voted the best Learning App for foreign language learning with 36% of the votes, just ahead of Twee at 33%.
• 📝 ChatGPT also dominated the content writing assistance category with an impressive 71% of the votes, outperforming Google Bard and CopyAI.
• 🎨 Canva's AI image generation feature led the AI image generators category with 33% of the votes, showcasing its popularity among educators.
• 📹 Pictory was the top choice for video generation from prompts with 25% of the votes, indicating the excitement around AI's capabilities in this area.
• 🎙️ Adobe Podcast Enhance was the dominant choice for audio editing with 35% of the votes, emphasizing the importance of quality audio in educational content.
• 🗣️ Speechify was surprisingly the top text-to-speech application with 40% of the votes, beating ElevenLabs which received 28%.

Q & A

What is the significance of AI in the future of education according to the video transcript?

The transcript emphasizes that the future of education is AI-driven, highlighting the importance of integrating AI applications into classroom practices.

How many educators participated in the yearly survey for the best Edtech tools mentioned in the transcript?

94 educators from around the globe participated in the survey from September 21st to October 21st, 2023.

What was the total number of AI app choices educators had to select from during the survey?

Educators had to choose their favorite AI apps from a selection of 121 different choices.

How many categories did the survey cover to assess the AI applications for the classroom?

The survey covered 16 categories, ranging from lesson planning to video editing.

Why was each tool assigned to a single category in the survey?

To avoid overwhelming the participants, each tool was assigned to a single category based on its primary function, except for the most notable chatbots which competed in multiple categories.

Which AI chatbot received the highest number of votes in the survey?

ChatGPT won the category of best Chatbot with 80% of the votes.

What is the preferred choice among teachers for crafting outstanding presentations according to the survey?

Gamma was the preferred choice among teachers for crafting presentations, capturing almost 27% of the votes.

Which AI app led in the category of improving teachers' efficiency in preparing classroom material?

Magic School AI led with 29% of the votes, although it did not claim a clean victory as EduGPT and other apps also received significant votes.

What AI app won the category for automating the creation of courses, potentially replacing instructional designers?

CourseAI won this category with 42% of the votes, indicating its potential to automate course creation.

Which AI learning app was voted as the best for learning a foreign language?

Duolingo Max was voted as the best Learning App for foreign language learning with 36% of the votes.

In the content writing category, which AI app received the highest percentage of votes?

ChatGPT was the undisputed winner in the content writing category with an outstanding 71% of the votes.

How did the AI image generation category results look like according to the survey?

Canva's AI image generation feature took a commanding lead with 33%, followed by MidJourney with 16%, and Bing's image generator with 11%.

What was the outcome of the image editing software category in the survey?

Clipdrop was the champion with a solid 20% of the votes, followed by Pixelcut with 18%, and remove.bg with 16%.

Which AI app claimed the top spot for animating pictures?

Animated Drawings claimed the top spot with 30% of the votes in the category of animating pictures.

In the video generation category, which AI app was the winner?

Pictory was the winner in the video generation category, securing 25% of the votes.

What was the result for the category of talking head videos?

The top spot was a tie between D-ID and Synthesia, each getting 31% of the votes for the best talking head videos.

Which AI app emerged as the victor for helping educators make videos?

Lumen 5 emerged as the victor for video-making, receiving 29% of the votes.

What was the result for the top research tool category in the survey?

ChatPDF took first place with an impressive 39% of the votes for the top research tool.

In the audio editing category, which option dominated the survey results?

Adobe Podcast Enhance dominated the audio editing category with 35% of the votes.

What was the outcome for the text-to-speech applications category?

Speechify came first with 40% of the votes, while ElevenLabs received a solid 28%.

Which productivity tool was voted as the most effective for teachers?

Perplexity was voted as the top productivity booster with 27% of the votes.

Where can viewers find the full review of Perplexity mentioned in the transcript?

Viewers can find the full review of Perplexity in the video's description.

Outlines

00:00

🏆 Top AI Apps for Classroom Education

This paragraph introduces a survey conducted among 94 educators worldwide to identify the best AI applications for classroom use. The survey took place from September 21st to October 21st, 2023, and covered 16 categories, ranging from lesson planning to video editing. The tools were categorized based on their primary functions, with the exception of chatbots which competed in multiple categories. The results revealed ChatGPT as the top chatbot with 80% of votes, Gamma as the preferred presentation tool with 27% votes, and Magic School AI leading in classroom material preparation with 29% votes. Other notable mentions include CourseAI for course creation, Duolingo Max for language learning, and ChatGPT again for content writing assistance.

05:04

🎨 AI in Image and Video Creation for Education

The second paragraph delves into the use of AI in image and video generation for educational purposes. It discusses the results of the survey in three distinct categories: AI image generators, image editing software, and animation tools. Canva's AI image generation feature led with 33% of votes, followed by MidJourney and Bing's image generator. In image editing, Clipdrop won with 20% votes, with Pixelcut and remove.bg close behind. Animated Drawings was the top choice for animations with 30% votes, just ahead of Scribble Diffusion and Cupcut. The paragraph also covers video generation tools, with Pictory securing the top spot, and the use of AI for creating talking head videos, where D-ID and Synthesia tied for first place. Lumen 5 was highlighted as the preferred tool for making videos, with Descript and Pictory following. The paragraph concludes with mentions of research tools, audio editing options, text-to-speech applications, and productivity tools, with ChatPDF, Adobe Podcast Enhance, Speechify, and Perplexity emerging as top choices in their respective categories.

Keywords

💡AI apps

AI apps, or Artificial Intelligence applications, are software programs that incorporate machine learning and other AI technologies to perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence. In the context of this video, AI apps are tools designed to enhance classroom learning and teaching. The script discusses various AI apps that teachers have found useful for different educational purposes, such as ChatGPT for content creation and Duolingo Max for language learning.

💡Edtech tools

Edtech tools refer to educational technology tools that are used to facilitate learning, teaching, and assessment. These tools can range from simple digital platforms to complex AI-driven systems. The video's theme revolves around the best Edtech tools for the classroom, which are AI applications that have been voted on by educators to improve various aspects of classroom education.

💡Chatbot

A chatbot is an AI-powered conversational agent designed to interact with humans through text or voice interfaces. In the script, ChatGPT is highlighted as the best Chatbot according to teachers, winning the category by a landslide with 80% of the votes, demonstrating the significant role chatbots play in classroom interaction and support.

💡Presentation tools

Presentation tools are software applications that help in creating, editing, and delivering multimedia presentations. The script mentions Gamma as the preferred choice among teachers for crafting outstanding presentations, indicating the importance of engaging visual aids in the educational process.

💡Efficiency

Efficiency in the context of the video refers to the ability of AI apps to streamline and expedite the process of preparing classroom material. Tools like Magic School AI and EduGPT are mentioned as they help teachers work more efficiently, which is crucial for managing time and resources in an educational setting.

💡Course creation

Course creation involves the process of designing and developing educational content for students. The script discusses platforms like CourseAI that aim to replace instructional designers by automating the creation of courses, suggesting a future where AI could significantly impact curriculum development.

💡Foreign language learning

Foreign language learning is a key aspect of education where AI can provide personalized and adaptive learning experiences. The script highlights Duolingo Max as the best Learning App for foreign language acquisition, with 36% of the votes, showcasing how AI can make language learning more accessible and effective.

💡Content creation

Content creation refers to the process of producing original content, such as written material, for various purposes. In the video, ChatGPT is again mentioned as the undisputed winner in the content creation category with 71% of the votes, emphasizing its utility in aiding teachers and students with writing tasks.

💡Image generation

Image generation is the process of creating visual content using AI algorithms based on textual prompts. The script describes Canva's AI image generation feature as leading this category, with 33% of the votes, illustrating the growing integration of AI in visual arts and design within education.

💡Video generation

Video generation involves the creation of video content from prompts or scripts using AI technology. The script presents Pictory as the winner in this category, securing 25% of the votes, which underscores the potential of AI in simplifying the video production process for educational purposes.

💡Research tools

Research tools are applications that assist in gathering and analyzing information. ChatPDF is highlighted in the script as the top research tool with 39% of the votes, indicating its utility in helping teachers and students conduct research more effectively with AI assistance.

💡Productivity tools

Productivity tools are designed to help users accomplish tasks more efficiently. The script mentions Perplexity as the top productivity booster with 27% of the votes, suggesting that AI can significantly enhance teachers' ability to manage and complete tasks in the classroom.

Highlights

The future of education is AI-driven, emphasizing the importance of AI in classrooms.

Yearly survey conducted to find the best Edtech tools for the classroom, evolving to include AI applications.

94 educators from around the world participated in the survey from September 21st to October 21st, 2023.

Teachers selected their favorite AI apps from 121 choices across 16 categories.

ChatGPT won the best Chatbot category with 80% of the votes.

Gamma was the preferred choice for presentation tools, capturing almost 27% of votes.

Magic School AI led in the category of improving teachers' efficiency with 29% of votes.

CourseAI won the category for platforms automating course creation with 42% of the votes.

Duolingo Max was crowned the best Learning App with 36% of votes.

ChatGPT also won the content writing category with an outstanding 71% of votes.

Canva's AI image generation feature took the lead in its category with 33% of votes.

Clipdrop was the champion in image editing software with 20% of votes.

Animated Drawings claimed the top spot for animating pictures with 30% of votes.

Pictory won the video generation category securing 25% of votes.

D-ID and Synthesia tied for the top spot in talking head videos with 31% each.

Lumen 5 emerged as the victor for video-making tools with 29% of votes.

ChatPDF took first place as the top research tool with 39% of votes.

Adobe Podcast Enhance dominated the audio editing category with 35% of votes.

Speechify came first in text-to-speech applications with 40% of votes.

Perplexity topped the productivity tools category with 27% of votes.

Transcripts

Many teachers have been asking me for a while

to share a list

of the top AI apps for the classroom

Well, ask and you shall receive

There is no doubt about this

The future of education is AI-driven

Therefore, our yearly survey

for the best Edtech tools for  the classroom has evolved

bringing you

the Best Artificial Intelligence applications for  the classroom

before we jump to the winners  

let me highlight a few key things

about the process.

From September 21st to October 21st, 2023

94 Educators from all corners of the globe

participated in the survey

Teachers like you

selected their favorite AI apps from 121 choices

The survey covered 16 categories  

addressing everything from lesson planning  to video editing

However, several of these tools

incorporate multiple features

To avoid  overwhelming the participants we assigned each tool

to a single category based on its primary function

with the exception of the most notable chatbots

which competed in multiple categories 

Now, without further ado, let's delve into the results.

What's the best Chatbot according to teachers?

Well, no surprises here.

ChatGPT won this category  by a landslide with 80% of the votes.

These apps provide the  tools for crafting outstanding presentations

Gamma emerges as the preferred  choice among teachers

capturing almost 27%  

Following closely behind

are Magicslides with  almost 13%

Tome and Slides AI each securing 12%

These apps aim to improve teachers' efficiency  

and give them a head start when  it comes to preparing classroom material

Contrary to expectations, at  least my expectations, Magic School AI  

didn't claim a clean victory 

While Magic School AI led with 29%

EduGPT received 13% of the votes

Curipod and Almanak shared 3d place each getting 7%

Now, onto the platforms that  seek to replace instructional designers

by automating the creation  of courses

I can't predict what the future holds

but if these apps improve significantly I'll probably be out of a job

Without a doubt, CourseAI is the winner here with 42% of the votes

followed by Coursebox, Lingio, Mindsmith and Edapp all receiving 8%

Learning a foreign language can be challenging

but with the help of AI things can become easier, much easier .

Duolingo Max took the crown for the best Learning App with 36%

slightly edging out Twee which received 33%

You know what they say

Content is always King

But there are times that we need help  to write content, at least I do

Once again, the undisputed winner in this category

is ChatGPT with an outstanding 71%

Google Bard claimed 2nd place with 7% and CopyAI came third with 5%

We put image-related applications

into three categories based on their primary functionality  

First, let's look at AI image generators

These neat applications can generate visuals based on prompts

Canva's AI image generation feature took 

a commanding lead in this category securing 33% 

Following closely was MidJourney a premium option

claiming second place with 16%

while Bing's image generator  secured a respectable third place with 11%

Now, let's check the image editing software 

that incorporate AI features

An interesting battle took place here as it seems that teachers

use a variety of different apps to edit their images

Clipdrop was the champion with  a solid 20%

whereas Pixelcut competed  toe to toe, receiving 18% of the votes

Finally remove.bg was placed third with 16%

No matter of their age people love animations

Animated Drawings claimed  the top spot with 30%

when it comes to animating pictures  

Scribble Diffusion came just  behind it with 28%

and Cupcut was third with 19%

Like images our video-related tools were categorized into three different categories

Let's start with video generation

Generating videos out of prompts

is one of the  most exciting things AI has brought to us

This category hosted several  powerful tools

but Pictory was  the winner securing 25%

with D-ID coming  close with 21%

VyondGO and DeepBrain  shared third place with 14%

We created a separate category just for talking head videos

The top spot was a tie

between D-ID and Synthesia each getting 31% of the votes

My personal pick Heygen came in third with  a solid 16% share in this category

There are several occasion where educators  need to make a video

Before AI this was a time-consuming process

with the introduction of AI things have become easier

Lumen 5 emerged as the victor here receiving 29%

Next came Descript and Pictory  

Every teacher needs good research skills

but a little AI assistance never hurts

ChatPDF took first place with an impressive 39% of the votes  

for the top research tool

Bing chat followed in second with 21%

while my personal favorite HumataAI came in third at 16%

Humata's lower share is likely because it's a paid tool

unlike chatPDF and Bing chat  which are free

Ensuring quality audio is crucial  for videos, podcasts, etc

Therefore, in this category  we examined the best audio editing options  

Adobe Podcast Enhance dominated with 35%

Next, came Audiocraft and CleanVoice

Then, we asked about text-to-speech applications

I was surprised to see  that Speechify came first with 40%

as I was expecting ElevenLabs to get the first place

In any case, the latter received a solid 28%

while Listenr and synthesis came third both receiving 11%

Our last category covered productivity tools

that can help teachers get more done

Between so many options, Perplexity came out  on top as the first productivity booster with  27%

YouTube Summary took 2nd place with 17%

followed by notion at 15%

By the way you can check this video's description

for my full review of Perplexity

and this wraps up the results

of our 2023 best AI apps for  the classroom

As always, you can find a link to the results in the video's description

Which AI app are you most excited to try out in your classroom and why? 

Let me know in the comments  down below

Obviously, AI apps are great

but few  can compare to chatGPT

if you want to be able to prompt effectively using chat GPT or Claude 

then do not miss our outstanding prompt formula video

Believe me

Following the formula can turn  any teacher into a prompt engineer

Anyway, that was all for today

Until the next time, see you